UK ads target Iraq to deter small boat crossingsThe Home Office is launching an advertising campaign in Iraq to deter illegal Channel crossings.
UK government launches ad campaign in Iraq to reduce Channel crossingsUK government launches digital campaign in Iraq to deter migrants from crossing the English Channel.Prime Minister Starmer aims to combat smuggling gangs amid rising boat crossings.
Migrants crossing English Channel to UK surged by 25% in 2024, new figures showThe number of migrants crossing the English Channel to the UK increased by 25% in 2024 compared to 2023.
Protesters in Calais condemn UK policies to stop Channel crossingsMore than 70 organizations protest in Calais against UK policies that impact migrants crossing the Channel, advocating for safer routes and humane treatment.
Number of Vietnamese migrants crossing Channel on small boats soars 177% in a yearThe number of Vietnamese migrants to the UK by small boats has increased dramatically, driven by a new visa agreement facilitating access to Europe.
Small boat arrivals fell by a third in Rishi Sunak's last year of powerMigrants crossing the English Channel in small boats fell significantly, increasing pressure on Labour to sustain reductions.
UK ads target Iraq to deter small boat crossingsThe Home Office is launching an advertising campaign in Iraq to deter illegal Channel crossings.
UK government launches ad campaign in Iraq to reduce Channel crossingsUK government launches digital campaign in Iraq to deter migrants from crossing the English Channel.Prime Minister Starmer aims to combat smuggling gangs amid rising boat crossings.
Migrants crossing English Channel to UK surged by 25% in 2024, new figures showThe number of migrants crossing the English Channel to the UK increased by 25% in 2024 compared to 2023.
Protesters in Calais condemn UK policies to stop Channel crossingsMore than 70 organizations protest in Calais against UK policies that impact migrants crossing the Channel, advocating for safer routes and humane treatment.
Number of Vietnamese migrants crossing Channel on small boats soars 177% in a yearThe number of Vietnamese migrants to the UK by small boats has increased dramatically, driven by a new visa agreement facilitating access to Europe.
Small boat arrivals fell by a third in Rishi Sunak's last year of powerMigrants crossing the English Channel in small boats fell significantly, increasing pressure on Labour to sustain reductions.
Record number of children died crossing Channel last year, says UNRecord child deaths in the Channel last year highlight a humanitarian crisis requiring urgent attention and action.
French authorities rescue 85 migrants trying to cross ChannelThe French navy rescued 85 migrants from perilous Channel crossings, amid increasing dangers and governmental actions against people-smuggling networks.
Several dead in attempt to cross Channel, say French authoritiesThe ongoing migrant crisis across the Channel results in tragic loss of life and highlights the inadequacy of prevailing deterrence strategies employed by France and the UK.
Eight migrants' killed while trying to cross England ChannelEight migrants died in a Channel crossing, bringing attention to the ongoing refugee crisis and dangers of such journeys.The increase in migration-related fatalities underscores the need for improved safety measures and international cooperation.
It's a human disaster': the French seaside towns on the frontline of small-boat tragedyLocal fishing crews responded to a tragic drowning incident involving a small dinghy carrying migrants, highlighting the dangers of unsafe crossings in the English Channel.
Refugee Council urges UK to introduce special visas in effort to stop deaths in the ChannelThe introduction of 10,000 refugee visas could help reduce deaths in the Channel and address the migrant crisis more effectively.
Record number of children died crossing Channel last year, says UNRecord child deaths in the Channel last year highlight a humanitarian crisis requiring urgent attention and action.
French authorities rescue 85 migrants trying to cross ChannelThe French navy rescued 85 migrants from perilous Channel crossings, amid increasing dangers and governmental actions against people-smuggling networks.
Several dead in attempt to cross Channel, say French authoritiesThe ongoing migrant crisis across the Channel results in tragic loss of life and highlights the inadequacy of prevailing deterrence strategies employed by France and the UK.
Eight migrants' killed while trying to cross England ChannelEight migrants died in a Channel crossing, bringing attention to the ongoing refugee crisis and dangers of such journeys.The increase in migration-related fatalities underscores the need for improved safety measures and international cooperation.
It's a human disaster': the French seaside towns on the frontline of small-boat tragedyLocal fishing crews responded to a tragic drowning incident involving a small dinghy carrying migrants, highlighting the dangers of unsafe crossings in the English Channel.
Refugee Council urges UK to introduce special visas in effort to stop deaths in the ChannelThe introduction of 10,000 refugee visas could help reduce deaths in the Channel and address the migrant crisis more effectively.
Three migrants die attempting English Channel crossingThe ongoing Channel crossings pose severe risks, especially with rising fatalities in colder conditions.
Three people die and 48 rescued near Calais attempting to cross ChannelOvercrowded boats during perilous sea crossings have led to a record number of fatalities in 2024, underscoring an ongoing humanitarian crisis.
One dies in attempted Channel crossing after small boat sinks off Calais coastThe recent Channel crossing incident resulted in one death and highlighted the dangers faced by migrants in small boats during winter.
Three migrants die attempting English Channel crossingThe ongoing Channel crossings pose severe risks, especially with rising fatalities in colder conditions.
Three people die and 48 rescued near Calais attempting to cross ChannelOvercrowded boats during perilous sea crossings have led to a record number of fatalities in 2024, underscoring an ongoing humanitarian crisis.
One dies in attempted Channel crossing after small boat sinks off Calais coastThe recent Channel crossing incident resulted in one death and highlighted the dangers faced by migrants in small boats during winter.
Channel migrant arrivals in 2024 totalled 36,816Record deaths in Channel crossings underline the need for safer, legal routes for asylum seekers.
For years I've asked ministers what they expect refugees to do. They never have an answer | Diane TaylorGovernment pledges to eliminate people smuggling face skepticism about their effectiveness, given the resilience of smugglers and decentralized operations.
UK small boat arrivals in 2024 up 25% compared with previous yearThe number of small boat arrivals in the UK rose by 25% in 2024, totaling 36,816.2024 had the second-highest number of Channel crossings since 2018.
Channel migrant arrivals in 2024 totalled 36,816Record deaths in Channel crossings underline the need for safer, legal routes for asylum seekers.
For years I've asked ministers what they expect refugees to do. They never have an answer | Diane TaylorGovernment pledges to eliminate people smuggling face skepticism about their effectiveness, given the resilience of smugglers and decentralized operations.
UK small boat arrivals in 2024 up 25% compared with previous yearThe number of small boat arrivals in the UK rose by 25% in 2024, totaling 36,816.2024 had the second-highest number of Channel crossings since 2018.
Channel migrants: Home Office figures in 2024 show 36,816 crossedThe current approach to refugee crossings is failing, leading to tragic losses.Immediate reform is necessary to ensure safer routes for people fleeing conflict.
Protesters pay tribute to 12 people who died in ChannelOpening legal safe routes for refugees is essential to address the humanitarian crisis in the English Channel.
Nine boats carrying 572 people intercepted while crossing ChannelThe UK government is intensifying efforts to tackle people smuggling across the Channel amid rising deaths and human trafficking concerns.
Channel migrants: Home Office figures in 2024 show 36,816 crossedThe current approach to refugee crossings is failing, leading to tragic losses.Immediate reform is necessary to ensure safer routes for people fleeing conflict.
Protesters pay tribute to 12 people who died in ChannelOpening legal safe routes for refugees is essential to address the humanitarian crisis in the English Channel.
Nine boats carrying 572 people intercepted while crossing ChannelThe UK government is intensifying efforts to tackle people smuggling across the Channel amid rising deaths and human trafficking concerns.
Philp says it's 'day of shame for Labour' as more than 600 people cross the Channel - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comLabour has faced criticism for not effectively stopping increasing Channel crossings despite being in power for six months.
Weather blamed for small boat arrivals under Labour passing 20,000The number of small boat arrivals has exceeded 20,000 since Keir Starmer took power, influenced by an unusually calm autumn in the Channel.
Philp says it's 'day of shame for Labour' as more than 600 people cross the Channel - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comLabour has faced criticism for not effectively stopping increasing Channel crossings despite being in power for six months.
Weather blamed for small boat arrivals under Labour passing 20,000The number of small boat arrivals has exceeded 20,000 since Keir Starmer took power, influenced by an unusually calm autumn in the Channel.
973 migrants cross Channel into UK on same day 4 dieRecord number of 973 migrants crossed the Channel in a single day amid tragic drownings, highlighting the dangers of desperate crossings.Migration through the Channel remains a pressing issue for the U.K. government, amid rising fatalities and calls to combat smuggler gangs.
Cooper won't set timetable to cut 'dangerous' boat crossingsYvette Cooper called illegal Channel crossings 'dangerous', noting urgent action is needed but providing no specific timetable for reduction.
973 migrants cross Channel into UK on same day 4 dieRecord number of 973 migrants crossed the Channel in a single day amid tragic drownings, highlighting the dangers of desperate crossings.Migration through the Channel remains a pressing issue for the U.K. government, amid rising fatalities and calls to combat smuggler gangs.
Cooper won't set timetable to cut 'dangerous' boat crossingsYvette Cooper called illegal Channel crossings 'dangerous', noting urgent action is needed but providing no specific timetable for reduction.
More than 50 people rescued from Channel, says French coastguardThe perilous Channel crossing continues to claim lives, with several fatalities reported amidst active rescue operations.
Contract advertised to manage Kent migrant centresThe UK government is focused on improving the infrastructure for migrant arrivals while anticipating a decrease in numbers through policy measures.
Yvette Cooper to chair summit on tackling Channel smuggling gangsThe UK is intensifying efforts to combat criminal gangs smuggling people across the Channel, with a summit led by Yvette Cooper.
Contract advertised to manage Kent migrant centresThe UK government is focused on improving the infrastructure for migrant arrivals while anticipating a decrease in numbers through policy measures.
Yvette Cooper to chair summit on tackling Channel smuggling gangsThe UK is intensifying efforts to combat criminal gangs smuggling people across the Channel, with a summit led by Yvette Cooper.
Two people die in small boat Channel crossings as more than 700 make journeyTwo people died trying to cross the Channel, highlighting the risks migrants face. Data shows a rise in arrivals, with 703 people reaching the UK in one day.
French police forcing migrants into Channel crossings in record numberMigrants are pushed to attempt channel crossings due to aggressive actions by French police funded by Britain, facing destruction of camps and increased risks of dangerous journeys.
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